Tom Knisely has made his career from his love of textiles. Tom has been studying,
collecting and teaching others about spinning and weaving for over 40 years. He is currently working at Red Stone Glen Fiber Arts Studio in York Haven, PA. He taught for more than 30 years at The Mannings Handweaving School in East Berlin, PA. He has been the Artist in Residence for the Florida Tropical Weaver’s Guild for more than 4 years. In addition to teaching, Tom weaves professionally
and is a frequent contributor to Handwoven Magazine. He has written 8 books on weaving and spinning including 2 children’s books. He is currently at work on his 9th book. Tom is renowned among his students for his kindness, good humor and seemingly infinite knowledge on the subject of weaving.